Head of Design and Technology

Invictus Education Trust; Kingswinford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A Multi Academy Trust in the UK seeks a Head of Design and Technology to provide strategic leadership in a thriving department. This role involves managing curriculum design and teaching, mentoring staff, and leading experienced teachers. Candidates should be dynamic leaders committed to raising standards in education while fostering innovation and collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to impact students in an established, high-performing faculty.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Excellent facilities and resources

Qualifications

• Dynamic curriculum leader with a clear vision for Design & Technology education.
• Experience in mentoring and developing staff.
• Strong communicator who fosters collaboration and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership of the Design & Technology faculty.
• Curriculum design and development.
• Teaching Design and Technology and/or Engineering Design up to KS4.
• Leading a team of experienced teachers and technicians.
• Support whole-school improvement initiatives.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Mentoring and coaching

Strong communication

Commitment to raising standards

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Head of Design and Technology to lead our thriving department. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to shape the future of D&T, Engineering, and Hospitality & Catering in a well-resourced, high-performing faculty.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership and management of the Design & Technology faculty
• Deployment and coordination of staff across D&T, Food, and Engineering
• Curriculum design and development
• Driving improvements in teaching, learning, and student outcomes
• Teaching Design and Technology (Product Design focus) and/or Engineering Design up to KS4
• Leading a team of three experienced teachers, a Food Technician, and a D&T/Engineering Technician
• Supporting whole-school improvement through collaboration with senior leaders
• Acting as a reviewer in the school's Appraisal process
• Mentoring and coaching staff to build capacity and improve provision
• Ensure effective communication within the department through line management and regular meetings, enabling staff to share ideas and concerns

About the Faculty

Our Design and Technology faculty is a flagship department within the school, consistently achieving outstanding KS4 results. Courses offered include, As a Trust, we are committed to ensuring that during all stages of recruitment and selection, no applicant is disadvantaged or discriminated against based on any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

Qualifications and Qualities

• We welcome applications from experienced middle leaders or ambitious teachers ready to take the next step. You will be:
• A dynamic curriculum leader with a clear vision for Design & Technology education
• Committed to raising standards and improving outcomes
• Skilled in mentoring and developing staff
• A strong communicator who fosters collaboration and innovation

Why Join Us?

• A supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
• Excellent facilities and resources

We are a Multi Academy Trust comprising six secondary schools and one primary school with over 750 employees and over 5,500 students, based in Dudley, West Midlands.